Mark your calendars for the gala event of the year! The Mayor's Charity Ball returns Saturday, May 10, 2014. Max Catering will cater this year's gala, with music performed by Eight to the Bar. A Special Guest of Honor for this year's Ball will be CT Teacher of the Year John Mastroianni (Director of Bands, Hall High School). All proceeds from the event will benefit two West Hartford non-profit organizations, HopeWorks Inc. and Playhouse on Park.

The gala is looking for sponsors, program ad purchases, and donations for the live and silent auctions. If you or your business is interested in participating this year, visit the event website to download the necessary forms.

The Mayor's Charity Ball will be held from 6 pm to midnight. For more information about purchasing tickets or sponsoring the gala, visit http://www.themayorscharityball.org. You can also Like the Ball on Facebook, and follow the event on Twitter (@TheMayorsCB).